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Carol, Come to think of it, maybe you should get a pair of orange glasses - now that would be truly distinctive! I'm so pleased that I had the opportunity to meet you at the Hermes sale on Friday afternoon. You're an intrepid woman to venture into such a place only hours after your arrival in Paris. I admire your stamina!

Just read this fun story and am wondering how discounted the famous Hermes scarves are, at the big sale? Did you find out, Carol? I am guessing prices are attractive enough if these women are willing to forego the unique experience visiting the Hermes flagship store [and potentially leaving with their amazing orange packaging] truly is... Veronique (French Girl in Seattle)

Has anybody ever studied the psychology of discount sales at high end stores? One would think that stores like Hermès sell exclusivity, i.e. why would they ever discount anything? Are they discounting what was not attractive enough for the discerning customer?

.. love the Hermes scarf ... trying to keep away ... I have enough, been a bad girl in my earlier years ... I do like those orange/coral ones I saw in the back though .... that's he problem, always something new. Yes, how much you think discounted? .. thanks Carol, wonderful trip .. enjoy.

My friend has 2 orange bags..a big market bag and a leather messenger one..I think they suit her so well:) A bright splash..The only orange I have is in the garden..in it's own spot..far from the pastels:)

Lately they've been advertising those very large scarves on the back of Elle Decor ~ I think the designs are lovely but seems like you would have to be very talented to wear them. This is, I think, the year of orange/tangerine, apparently, according to Pantone, the color authority, anyway...so Hermes must be loving that.

I too am not fond of Orange. A white bag would just show how smart I am to be finding such a good buy. :))I am behind in your blogs. Took a little time off for company last week. off to check the rest.

Carol, you have made me smile yet again, with your lovely carrots photo leading into a great tip off about a sale at Hermes.

As a former silk screen printer, I truly do admire the magnificent Hermes scarves, and always pay a bit of attention to their department at Bergdorf's. My own Hermes allegiance is to the scent 24 Faubourg that I have worn ever since its creation.

Hoping that you will soon see blue sky over Paris...perfect contrast to orange. xo

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l'Ile Saint Louis, Paris, Ile de France, France

Hi I'm Carol Gillott,
My Mom taught me watercolors at 5. I'm still at it, now tripping over cobblestones, living in a 6th-floor garret on l'Ile Saint-Louis, Paris. Read Parisbreakfast with a hot chocolate and croissant.
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